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Alert System Type
Driveway Alert
Sensor Type
Motion / PIR / Occupancy
Compatibility
Contact Closure / Relay
Features
Battery Operated
Wireless
Ease of Installation
Intermediate (Installs < 60 minutes)
Brand
Dakota Alert
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Buried Driveway Probe Sends Instant Alert if a Car is on Your Property
Dakota Alert WPA-3000 Wireless Probe Driveway Alert
Dakota Alert WPA-3000 Wireless Probe Driveway Alert
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Receiver Controls Receiver Connections Transmitter DIP Switch, Battery Connection
What's Included
Dakota Alert WPA-3000 Wireless Probe Driveway Alert
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Overview

  • Driveway probe won't send false alarms triggered by animals
  • Transmitter sends radio signal to receiver up to 600 feet away
  • 4 different tones alert to breaches from up to four different transmitters
  • Receiver powered by AC outlet and probe by 9V battery
  • Expandable system

Essential Info

Don't be caught unaware by unexpected visitors. The Wireless Probe Driveway Alert system will send an instant alert from the foot of your driveway when a car enters your property and won't be triggered by large animals. Ideal for locations where there may be wildlife that would cause false signals with a standard motion detecting system, the Wireless Probe Driveway Alert system includes a probe that's buried at the base of your driveway and sends a signal to the transmitter when a car is detected. The weatherproof transmitter operates on one 9-volt battery (sold separately) and is easily mounted on a tree or post near the driveway (mounting materials sold separately). The transmitter sends a radio signal back to the receiver, which can be placed in your home up to 600 feet away.

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What's Included

  • Transmitter
  • Probe
  • 50 feet direct burial cable
  • Receiver
  • DC adapter
  • Transmitter instructions
  • Receiver instructions
  • More Info


    The Wireless Probe Driveway Alert comes with 50 feet of direct burial wire connecting the probe to the exterior case. The probe is buried parallel to the driveway, and will detect vehicles passing by within approximately 10 to 12 feet. The direct burial cable can be run to a tree or post nearby, where the transmitter box is located. When a vehicle drives by, the transmitter will send a signal to the receiver up to 600 feet away.

    The receiver plugs into a standard wall outlet and can be placed on a table or mounted on the wall (mounting materials sold separately). When the receiver gets a signal from the transmitter, one of four user-specified tones (Classical, Westminster Chime, Ding Dong, or Whistle) will sound for a few seconds. There is also a volume control, allowing you to set the sound to the desired level.

    Up to four different zones can be monitored by adding additional transmitters (sold separately). The transmitters can be programmed so they will each sound a different tone at the receiver. Extra receivers are also available to be purchased separately — put them in several rooms in your house, so you'll always know the instant someone drives onto your property.

    A wireless alert system is also available with a motion detector. Its transmitter has an internal passive IR motion detector that can sense the presence of people or cars up to 80 feet away.

    Specifications

    Specifications

    Dakota Alert Product No.:WPA-3000
    Dimensions:Transmitter: 6 3/4" x 4 3/4" x 3"; receiver: 5 3/4" x 3 3/4" x 1 3/4"
    Cable Length:50 feet
    Frequency:433.92 MHz
    Transmitter Power:9-volt battery
    Transmitter Battery Life:6 to 12 months
    Receiver Operating Voltage:12V DC
    12V DC Output Current:400 mA maximum
    Relay Output Rating:24V DC at 3 amp
    Maximum Number of Transmitters:4
    Maximum Number of Receivers:Unlimited
    Approvals:FCC compliant
    Warranty:1 year, limited



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    Receiver Controls  Receiver Connections  Transmitter DIP Switch, Battery Connection  What's Included 
    Receiver Controls  Receiver Connections  Transmitter DIP Switch, Battery Connection  What's Included 

    Reviews

    51 Ratings
    5 star: 63%  (32)
    4 star: 20%  (10)
    3 star: 6%  (3)
    2 star: 10%  (5)
    1 star: 2%  (1)
    Average Customer Rating
    (51 customer ratings)
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    RALPH -- lagrange, KY   12/18/2011
    This alert works as advertised and is easy to install.It could be better if the transmitter were a camouflaged color.The instruction pamphlet should explain better on using the dry contact,but someone with a little experience can see how to use it pretty easy.
    STEPHEN -- knoxville, TN   1/16/2011
    Works perfectly
    ROLAND -- luxemburg, WI   10/14/2010
    The first Driveway Alert that I ordered did not work properly, and I had to return it. I was so glad that I tested it along side the driveway before burying the probe and wire. Smarthome was very good about the return and shipping out a new one. This one seems to be working fine. I find it hard to believe that these units are capable of the advertised range, but at shorter ranges they seem to work well.
    BONNIE -- langley, BC   9/16/2010
    we cannot get the probe to work. It picks up sounds from the train a mile away and from our neighbour's backhoe, but does not react to the sound of an automobile going near the probe.
    DEBORAH -- lost creek, WV   9/12/2010
    Product is very inconsistant. Sometimes it will alert you to visitors and sometimes it doesn't
    ROGER -- pullman, WA   7/1/2010
    I installed the unit in my driveway, about 500' away. It is working flawlessly. I am very pleased. (One note: It initially didn't work because the sensor wires were not actually connected within the transmitter box. I dad to connect them. I believe that should have been done by the manufacturer.)
    BERNADETTE -- lynchburg, VA   1/28/2010
    This works just as described. It's wonderful to have notice when someone drives into our driveway.
    CAROL -- delaware, OH   1/10/2010
    We are grateful for our driveway alert. We live in the country, a mile long driveway and lots of trees. We now know when a car is coming. The deer and wildlife have not been a problem.
    GREG -- miami beach, FL   12/13/2009
    So far this has worked as promised. VEry sensitive and sensitivity can be adjusted. NOTE: it is recommended to place a PVC pipe around any part of the wire which may cross into a flower bed in case an edger is used neaar the grass or flower bed. This was recommended by my landscape lighting professional as he claims that inevitably these cords get cut otherwise.
    THERESA -- godfrey, IL   9/25/2009
    The driveway alarm was very simple to install. It works great. It's reliable with a pleasant alarm tone. I plan to order another for a gift. I highly recommend this model.
    WALLACE -- rhinebeck, NY   9/25/2009
    It was easy to install and work perfectly from the get-go. We live in a rural area and have a long drive. We are very happy with the wireless probe alert.
    QUINTIN -- mapleton, ME   9/21/2009
    I could not be happier with my driveway alarm. It was simple to install and works perfectly.
    DAN -- cincinnati, OH   8/17/2009
    Has some initial issues getting it to work each and every time. I switched frequencies and that made it reliable. We live about 300 feet off the road, so this device is great!
    DAVID -- millers creek, NC   8/13/2009
    It works just as well as the last one that had to be wired. No false reads and no missed vechiles. I would recommend this to others that do not want the hasle of running underground cables.
    MARK -- sciota, PA   2/20/2009
    This device works very well. Easy to install.
    CHARLES -- atlanta, GA   2/9/2009
    Product is as represented, works well, easy to install. Difficult to receive as you must be home to "sign" for the shipment. Presented great problem for me as FedEx would not leave package without a live person present to accept. Very difficult as they delivered weekdays while all at work.
    BRUCE -- andreas, PA   12/29/2008
    Awesome! This product was very easy to install,use and is of good quality.
    BERNADETTE -- mountain top, PA   12/27/2008
    This works very well. It's very sensitive--so be aware that you might pick up street traffic if you don't turn the sensitivity down. Unfortunately, the clasp to the box broke the first time we opened it. We've used electrical tape to keep it closed.
    JIM -- stroudsburg, PA   6/30/2008
    Installed and operates as indicated. Price, HIGH.
    JOHN -- round top, TX   6/23/2008
    The first unit that was sent to me did not work. I called Smarthome and I had to send it back. Bit of a hassel shipping things but, SM sent the second unit and it works great, so far so good.

    Accessories

    9-Volt Battery  Extra Transmitter for Wireless Probe Driveway Alert  Extra Wireless Receiver for Wireless Motion Alert   
    9-Volt Battery  Extra Transmitter for Wireless Probe Driveway Alert  Extra Wireless Receiver for Wireless Motion Alert   

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